Burgundy is often referred to as ‘Rich Burgundy’.  

Could this be because…..   

...the area boasts numerous towns, villages and hamlets of unrivalled beauty
...social events and gatherings are part of everyday life here.
...good living is an art form here.

Renowned for its food and wine, Burgundy is known as a gastronomic delight

...for those looking for culture and history, Burgundy is blessed with an abundance of magnificent chateaux and exquisite roofs

....the great outdoors of Burgundy lends itself perfectly to pursuing a wide range of sporting and leisure activities and is also ideal for nature lovers.
...there is always something of interest in Burgundy, you can never have enough time for sightseeing

It’s impossible to explore the whole region of Burgundy in one holiday. Those that live here all year still only manage to see a small proportion of the region. Burgundy is a vast area made up of 4 departments.

Nievre - (dept 58)
The south western dept of the Burgundy region, with its main town 'Nevers' situated close to the river Loire.
Cote d’or - (dept 21)
The home to Burgundy's capital city, Dijon, bordering 7 other departments. The huge wine centre of Beaune is found here too.
Saône et Loire  - (dept 71)
An immense variety of landscapes, soils and climates. A miniature sized France where north and south meet in harmony.
Yonne - (dept 89)
Only one hour from Paris and Dijon, the Yonne is your first stop in Burgundy. Home to the world famous 'Chablis' wine region.

The Morvan
Straddled across the centre the region, touching all 4 departments is this beautiful natural park of more than half a million acres.
Huge forests, rolling hills and numerous lakes – there is plenty here to help you ‘lose’ yourself. Walk on well marked trails, ride horses or mountain bike through the countryside.
The area is packed with water activities – fishing, water sports at Lac des Settons.  Bibracte and Uchon offer stunning views of the area, and an insight into the Celtic way of life, all those years ago.

Food & Wine
The word Burgundy conjures up only one thing for many people. Red, deep red. And in this region there is one particular product that is Burgundy red through and through ~ Wine!
France has a worldwide reputation for food Burgundy is no exception to this.
Even the French call this a gastronomic region. Lunch and dinner are very important parts of each day.

 This is the region that gives us Charolais beef, Bresse chickens, Dijon mustard and lots more food besides.
In the Morvan area are some of the best cured hams and sausage you will ever eat.
In our local restaurants, such specialities as ‘Kir’, ‘Bœuf Bourguignon’ and ‘Coq au Vin’ will feature on the menu.  Burgundy Friends members and friends are pleased to offer their Restaurant recommendations and reviews on our noticeboard.

Culture
Burgundy is scattered with reminders of the Roman occupation. These Roman sites are very impressive. 
The land is dotted with Romanesque churches, abbeys and cathedrals and also with impressive castles - many of which are open to the public.
Industry also forms part of the great heritage of the area. Timber from the Morvan forests was sent to Paris for fuel, stone was quarried from the Yonne area and sent by barge to Paris for new properties.
Steel has been founded in Le Creusot for a century and in the south of the region there are disused coal mines (one of which is open to visitors).
The secrets of Burgundy can be found in Museums across the region.

Great outdoors 
Water dominates the region  – the Seine starts its life near Dijon; the Yonne flows north to join the Seine; the Loire flows along the western edge of Burgundy; the Saône to the East.  Burgundy's Canal system criss-crosses the region and connects these mighty rivers. 
Morvan Natural Park ~ Burgundy’s green heart - with forests, meadows, wild streams and peaceful lakes. Perfect for hiking or gentle strolls.  Numerous sporting opportunities can be found across the region – golf, fishing, water sports, cycling, horse riding…